Question from Janis Last year I purchased hand made, lead-free pottery dishes in a nearby city. This is an improvement over some pretty, glazed porcelain-type dishes I bought at Pier 1 Imports, which I threw away after they deteriorated and I got to thinking...this...

Question from PT Have you read about anyone having a physical reaction to Oxygen Bleach products used in the laundry? Debra's Answer No, but perhaps some readers will write in about their experience. I've never heard of a problem with oxygen bleach. [button...

Question from JAD Hello, a few months ago our landlord was doing some work on our cupboards and needed to sand the existing layer of paint in order to cover it up. My father wiped-away the paint dust and proceeded to use the same cloth for the dishes afterwards. I am...

Question from Jeninmi I have MCS and know that when I purchase furniture it cannot contain MDF wood or plywoods because of the off-gassing of the glues. What I didn't know was that when I ordered a custom-made solid wood bedframe and work desk that they would be...

Question from SVE Dear Debra, Are you aware of any chemical(s) that outgas from fluorescent light bulbs that are used to replace regular light bulbs such as those used in lamps or fixtures around the home? I had to get rid of all we were using because I was reacting...

Question from Fran I just want to recommend a look at the materials used in this product which is an eco mobile home. It is built to be low and non-toxic, easy care, have good air quality, and even uses alternative energy. It's from Canada and is launching in the US...

Question from Julie Debra, I'm back again to encourage people to think about window units (our upstairs ACs are actually installed in the wall....we once lived in an apartment and that's what they did so we tried it....doesn't block the window.) We find in a house...

Question from Kitty Johnson What I would like to know is what types of food do you eat a day. I mean like a menu. I have a hard time with deciding what is good for me and I do have a problem with sweets. Thanks, so much Debra's Answer This is a big subject and I have...

Question from zipora Dear Debra, I'm from Indonesia. I would like to ask you, what is the danger of using peeled off Teflon layer at rice cooker? I just realized that my rice cooker has lost its teflon layer at the bottom of the bowl.It's now becoming bigger and...

Question from Betty combs Do you know of any safe organic cough syrup for a 6 year old? Afraid to give my grand-daughter anything on the market now. Debra's Answer Readers, what is your experience? [button...